Galactic Crucibles
Galactic Crucibles is a vrNet science fiction series set in a universe inhabited by multiple civilizations of extraterrestrials. They coexist in a spacefaring society known as the Galactic Senate. Galactic Crucibles has been adapted into numerous media such as films, video games and virtual reality experiences.
The in-universe massive multiplayer online game Myth Galaxy featured within Galactic Crucibles' background lore has also been adapted into the real world as Galactic Crucibles: Myth Galaxy. It is considered a competitor to Dreaming Kingdoms. Friendly rivalries exist between the fandoms of both games, and because both games share the same engine, avatars are compatible between the two.
Much of the technology described in Galactic Crucibles is considered not much more advanced than the Valerian Empire was at its apex. Thus, outside of the extraterrestrial characters, many also consider the genre to overlap with historical-inspired. For example, the superintelligent AI known as LUCIS appears to be heavily influenced by the Oracle.
Controversy
Galactic Crucibles faced some backlash after including references to a rumored terrorist organization known as the Serpent's Fang as well as dangerous figure of conspiracy known as the Basilisk. Not only was the exact same name used to describe a faction within the universe, but that same faction held a similar belief system about resurrecting a long dormant hostile AI. Some concerned activist groups were looking to either censor or ban Galactic Crucibles for supposed insensitivity. The authors have since insisted that the inspiration was purely based on folklore.
Some conspiracists allege that the entirety of Galactic Crucibles is actually real in another universe, and that the Basilisk contacted the authors of Galactic Crucibles to prepare humanity for its arrival. Naturally, the authors also deny this.
Media
- Galactic Crucibles: Myth Galaxy - An MMO based on an in-universe one of the same name.